Venezuela’s vassal status, Iran’s protests, and US exits 66 international orgs: The Cheat Sheet

[IRIN - Africa] - 9/01/2026

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New Year Terror: 30+ people killed in Nigeria by “bandits”, “gunmen” attack

Several other people, including children, were kidnapped by “bandits” in Nigeria’s Niger State. Security forces have (…)

[USAfricaonline] - 5/01/2026

African Union expresses grave concern over situation in Venezuela

The Union has called for inclusive political dialogue among the citizens of Latin American countries The African (…)

[The Africa news] - 5/01/2026

Nigeria: Bodija Explosion - N30bn Govt Fund Intact, N20bn Balance Withheld, Oyo Govt

[Vanguard] Oyo State Government has disclosed that the N30 billion released by the Federal Government, as part of (…)

[AllAfrica] - 2/01/2026

“I volunteer because I love my people”: On the ground with Darfur’s mutual aid volunteers

Members of a local emergency response room describe worsening RSF attacks and funding shortfalls.

[IRIN] - 8/01/2026

Kenya: NLP Leader Muli Urges Unity, Accountable Leadership in Ukambani

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- National Liberal Party (NLP) leader Dr Augustus Muli has called on the people of Ukambani to (…)

[AllAfrica] - 2/01/2026